Summerside Emergency Shelter

Provides an overnight shelter for adults experiencing homelessness.

The gender inclusive 10-bed shelter is provided in the units that have one or two dorm-style bedrooms with options for individuals with physical mobility challenges, couples and individuals in need of shelter who have pets. Services include:

Showers
Laundry facilities
Safe storage of belongings
Breakfast and supper food options
Case management and referrals to community partner organizations for support services

Individuals who are experiencing housing insecurity, or at risk of homelessness, but who are not staying at the Shelter can access showers each Tuesday and Thursday between 5pm-6pm

Note: When wind chill temperatures reach -20°C or lower for two consecutive hours, the shelter opens at 4pm instead of 8pm.

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Service Description

Provides an overnight shelter for adults experiencing homelessness.

Showers
Laundry facilities
Safe storage of belongings
Breakfast and supper food options
Case management and referrals to community partner organizations for support services

Individuals who are experiencing housing insecurity, or at risk of homelessness, but who are not staying at the Shelter can access showers each Tuesday and Thursday between 5pm-6pm

Note: When wind chill temperatures reach -20°C or lower for two consecutive hours, the shelter opens at 4pm instead of 8pm.

Program Information
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Description:	Provides an overnight shelter for adults experiencing homelessness. The gender inclusive 10-bed shelter is provided in the units that have one or two dorm-style bedrooms with options for individuals with physical mobility challenges, couples and individuals in need of shelter who have pets. Services include: Showers Laundry facilities Safe storage of belongings Breakfast and supper food options Case management and referrals to community partner organizations for support services Individuals who are experiencing housing insecurity, or at risk of homelessness, but who are not staying at the Shelter can access showers each Tuesday and Thursday between 5pm-6pm Note: When wind chill temperatures reach -20°C or lower for two consecutive hours, the shelter opens at 4pm instead of 8pm.
Eligibility:	All genders ages 18 years and older * Rooms are available for couples
Fees:	No fees
How to Access:	Call to book a bed * Intake and safety screening completed at each stay, but can book a bed up to 30 days at a time * Clients are asked to arrive before midnight, but can leave the site at any time through the night
Documents Required:	Not applicable
Language:	English
Website:	https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/housing-land-and-communities/summerside-emergency-shelter
Coverage Area:	Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Program Hours:	During severe cold weather, the shelter remains open during the day instead of closing at 8am * Call to confirm